The Utah State University Libraries are exploring the power of melody and rhythm, with a focus on the human stories behind music therapy. The university's latest oral history initiative, titled "Resonant Care: An Oral History Project on Music Therapy, Memory and Community," is reaching out to those whose lives have been touched by the therapeutic use of music. The project seeks to capture the experiences of not only board-certified music therapists but also their clients, family members, caregivers, and colleagues who have witnessed the benefits of music therapy firsthand.
To participate in this project, interviewees are encouraged to contact Corinne Pickett or Joe Kinzer, whose qualifications, as an MA, MT-BC, and Ph.D., respectively, support their commitment to this cause. Sharing these stories can help us always remember and acknowledge the critical role that music therapy plays in fostering healing and a sense of belonging within the community.
Interviews are expected to last between 60-90 minutes and may be accompanied by photography or site documentation, pending participant approval. Ethical guidelines guide this meticulous approach to gathering data, as the study has received approval from the USU Institutional Review Board (IRB #15344).
For those interested in learning more about the project or the USU Libraries' collections, a visit to the Utah State University website may be enlightening.
